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High Quality German Side-by-Side Double Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:NA
High Quality German Side-by-Side Double Rifle
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Very High Quality German Side-by-Side Double Rifle, #4935. 20 bore 24-3/4'' (63cm) barrels have 2-1/2'' (63mm) chambers, and would be used to hunt medium-sized game in European style (driven) hunting; sling swivels are present. Action uses a side-swing underlever to slide the barrels aft onto the breechface, and appears quite strong; "(crown)/V" proofmark on right-hand barrel. Rib is marked ''W. Collath in Frankfurt O. Patent'', with single Express sight present. Receiver, top tang and barrel bolsters are ornately engraved with stag scenes, rabbit, and oak leaf patterns. Opening lever and triggerguard are carved horn, buttplate is checkered pewter. Forestock and straight cheekpiece buttstock are oil-finished high grade walnut. Action has double triggers, simple extractors, and a rotary safety device on top. Condition is excellent, with no marks to wood or metal. Very tight and secure lockup. An excellent example of German craftsmanship. Est.: $1,500-$2,500. (Antique)